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Miniature Schnauzer Puppies for Sale
Miniature Schnauzer
(Zwergschnauzer)
(Mini Schnauzer)
Buba and Boomer, Mini Schnauzers
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Pronunciation |
Miniature
SCHNOW-zer |
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Description |
The Miniature Schnauzer is a small,
squarely-proportioned dog with a long head, bushy beard, mustache and eyebrows.
The thick, prominent eyebrows and long mustache are often trimmed to accentuate
the dog's square cut shape. The front legs are very straight. The tail is
usually docked. The oval eyes are dark colored, and the v-shaped ears fold
forward when left natural or are cropped to a point and stand erect. It has a
long head, strong muzzle, a well-developed black nose and a scissors bite. Coat
colors include salt & pepper, black, white or a harsh black & silver
outer coat with a soft undercoat. |
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Temperament |
Very perky and bright-eyed. Loving and
intelligent. Energetic, affectionate, and obedient. Playful, happy and alert,
they like children. The Miniature Schnauzer enjoys time and companionship from
its owner. Without the proper leadership, it can be feisty and fairly dog-aggressive - putting on a show of
superiority without necessarily intending to fight. This can be fairly dangerous
for the Miniature Schnauzer, who will challenge even large dogs, sometimes
bringing more trouble on himself than he really wanted. Socialize this breed
well with other dogs when it is still a puppy. If properly introduced, and if the dog does not see himself as pack leader, the
Miniature Schnauzer will get along with another dog. They
make good companions and family pets. Schnauzers tend to bark a lot, but it does
not have a yappy bark it sounds like a low carried-out voice, howl of a voice. They
make good guard dogs and mouse catchers. They are excellent watchdogs and are
great to travel with. Some can be reserved with strangers, but most love
everyone. Socialize well. Do not allow this little dog to developed Small Dog Syndrome, a human induced behavior where the dog feels he is pack leader to humans. This can cause a varying degree of behavior problems, including, but not limited to separation anxiety, willful, nervous, barky, guarding, bold
and sometimes temperamental, not hesitating to
attack much bigger dogs. A mentally stable dog, who gets enough mental and physical exercise will have a totally different personality. These are not Miniature Schnauzer traits, but rather behaviors brought on by the way the dog is treated by the people around him. It is all up to the humans. As soon as the humans start being true pack leaders, the dogs behavior will change for the better. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: 12-14 inches (30-36cm.)
Weight: 10-15
pounds (5-7kg) |
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Health Problems |
This is usually a healthy breed. Although some are
prone to suffer from kidney stones, liver disease, skin disorders, von
Willebrand's disease, diabetes, liver ailments and cysts. Also hereditary eye
problems. Eyes of breeding stock should be checked for this. Do not overfeed the
Schnauzer, for he tends to gain weight easily. |
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Living Conditions |
The Miniature Schnauzer is a good dog for
apartment life. It is fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard. |
Exercise |
These energetic little dogs
need daily, long, brisk,
walks, and love play sessions off the leash. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 15 years. It shows no signs of age until
quite late in life. |
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Grooming |
The wiry coat is reasonably easy to look after,
but unless it is combed or brushed daily with a short wire brush, it will become
matted. Clip out any knots. The animal should be clipped all over to an even
length twice a year, in spring and fall, but this is a job best left to an
expert. Trim around the eyes and ears with blunt-nosed scissors and clean
the whiskers after meals. On pet dogs the coat is usually clipped short on the
upper body and left somewhat longer on the under-parts, legs and head. Show dogs
require trimming and hand stripping instead of clipping. This breed sheds little
to no hair and is a good dog for allergy sufferers. |
| Origin |
The Miniature Schnauzer is reportedly a result of
crosses between the Standard Schnauzer, the
Affenpinscher and perhaps the Poodle. He is originally a German breed, named
after the German word for muzzle, "Schnauze." The Miniature Schnauzer
excels at killing rats, but today it is mostly a popular and esteemed companion.
Some of the Schnauzer's talents include: hunting, tracking, watchdog,
competitive obedience, and performing tricks. |
| Group |
Terrier, AKC Terrier |
Recognition |
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC,
APRI, ACR |
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CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
AKC = American
Kennel Club
UKC = United Kennel
Club
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
CKC = Canadian
Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
Schnauzer Posters and Prints!
This is Buba (pronounced "Bubba"). A six month old Miniature Schnauzer from Oklahoma.
Miniature Schnauzer Pictures 1
Miniature Schnauzer Pictures 2
Miniature Schnauzer Pictures 3
Miniature Schnauzer Pictures 4
..,The Three
Schnauzer Breeds
Small Dogs vs Medium and Large Dogs
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